About
Huiothesian (hwē-o-the-sē’-än) means “adopted” in Greek and is the term used by the Apostle Paul to describe the incredible relationship that Christians have with the God of the universe (Rom. 8:15, 23; 9:4; Gal. 4:5; Eph. 1:5). We are his beloved children, constantly failing but continually persevering. He is our loving Father, faithfully forgiving and ever sustaining.
J. I. Packer writes,
Were I asked to focus the New Testament message in three words, my proposal would be adoption through propitiation, and I do not expect ever to meet a richer or more pregnant summary of the gospel than that. (Knowing God, p. 214)
This blog is an attempt to think and write – on the Bible, the church, theology, culture, and everything else – in the light of that glorious truth.
For a basic introduction to the doctrine of adoption, see my post entitled “Adoption: The Highest Privilege of the Gospel.” You can also see a list of all posts related to adoption here. A few good books on the topic include:
- Adopted Into God’s Family: Exploring a Pauline Metaphor – Trevor J. Burke
- Reclaiming Adoption: Missional Living Through the Rediscovery of Abba Father - Dan Cruver (editor)
- Adopted for Life: The Priority of Adoption for Christian Families & Churches – Russell D. Moore
- The Message of Sonship - Trevor J. Burke
A Note on Scripture References:
All Scripture quoted from the English Standard Version unless otherwise noted.
The Holy Bible, English Standard Version® (ESV®)
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